Thu 29th Jun 2023
5.12 Leicester (6 runners)
Hope & Leicester Racecourse Partnership
EBF Novice Stakes (GBB Race)
7f

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Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Phone Tag – Total: 384.2
2. Short Circuit – Total: 350.5
3. Paladin (IRE) – Total: 332.8
4. Great Truth – Total: 165.2
5. Love You Darling – Total: 142.8
6. American Glory – Total: 77.3

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Great Truth: A Dubawi colt with a 6f/7f-winning dam. One to note on debut.

Paladin (IRE): A Justify colt purchased for €70,000. Fifth in a novice event at Haydock on debut, open to improvement.

Phone Tag: A Havana Grey colt who showed improvement when third in a novice event at Haydock.

Short Circuit: A Frankel colt with a promising sixth-place finish in a maiden at Newbury on debut. Expected to do better.

Love You Darling: A Land Force filly with a notable pedigree. Half-sister to winners Kodi Dream and American Sonja. Dam and half-sister to winners as well.

American Glory: A Zarak colt with a notable pedigree, including a half-brother who won in France.

Summarizing their chances:

Phone Tag holds the highest rating and has shown improvement in the previous race. Short Circuit has a promising debut and is expected to do better in this race. Paladin has the potential for improvement after his fifth-place debut, while Great Truth is one to note on debut. Love You Darling has a decent pedigree and could be a contender as well. American Glory has a notable pedigree, but limited information is available.

Based on the analysis, Phone Tag is the best pick for this race. With the highest rating and an improved performance in the previous race, Phone Tag is expected to be a strong contender. Short Circuit and Paladin are also worth considering based on their promising debuts and potential for improvement.

5.45 Leicester (9 runners)
Hope – Sponsored By Hilton – Jo
Metcalf Handicap (Div 1)
1m4f 

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Gearings Point – Total: 320.6
2. Blazer Two – Total: 362.7
3. Owens Lad – Total: 249.0
4. Bay Of Naples (IRE) – Total: 252.2
5. Prince Abu (IRE) – Total: 235.2
6. Lailah – Total: 221.3
7. Rita Rana (IRE) – Total: 186.0
8. Foursome – Total: 174.7
9. Zoffany Portrait (IRE) – Total: 164.0

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Prince Abu (IRE): Struggled in his last race, finishing eleventh in a handicap at Southwell. Chance on previous form but currently struggling.

Gearings Point: Has two wins from four runs this year. Won a handicap at Yarmouth and should remain competitive.

Blazer Two: A C&D winner who had a respectable sixth-place finish in a handicap at Windsor. Goes well at Leicester and expected to put up a bold bid.

Bay Of Naples (IRE): Last of twelve in a handicap at Southwell. Wearing a tongue strap for the first time. Others are more persuasive.

Lailah: Fourth of seven to Gearings Point in a handicap at Yarmouth. Still relatively unexposed and could improve.

Owens Lad: A previous winner at Southwell. Had a creditable fourth-place finish in a handicap at this C&D. Blinkers back on. Respected.

Zoffany Portrait (IRE): Eighth of ten in a handicap at Kempton. Wearing cheekpieces again. Creditable effort two races ago, so not completely dismissed.

Rita Rana (IRE): One win from 21 Flat runs. Sixth of fifteen in a minor event at Windsor. Needs to do more.

Foursome: Remains a maiden after sixteen Flat runs. Had a respectable third-place finish in a handicap at Yarmouth. Likely to give another good account but winning remains a challenge.

Summarizing their chances:

Gearings Point holds the highest rating and is coming off a win in a Yarmouth handicap. Blazer Two has a good chance based on previous C&D success and a respectable recent performance. Owens Lad and Lailah have shown promise and could be contenders. Prince Abu and Bay Of Naples have struggled in their recent races but may have potential based on previous form. Rita Rana and Zoffany Portrait need to show more, while Foursome is consistent but still a maiden.

Based on the analysis, Gearings Point is the best pick for this race. With a strong rating and recent win, Gearings Point is expected to perform well and remain competitive. Blazer Two and Owens Lad are also worth considering based on their previous success and recent performances.

6.15 Leicester (9 runners)
Hope – Sponsored By Hilton – Jo
Metcalf Handicap (Div 2)
1m4f

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Seaborough (IRE) – Total: 305.3
2. Long Call – Total: 273.5
3. Angel On High (IRE) – Total: 250.0
4. All About Alice (IRE) – Total: 235.2
5. Trusty Scout (IRE) – Total: 222.0
6. Haan – Total: 183.2
7. Coriano Ridge – Total: 176.1
8. Afternoon Tea (IRE) – Total: 162.4
9. Kindgirl – Total: 145.5

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Long Call: C&D winner who finished seventh of eleven in a handicap at Nottingham. Becoming well treated and can’t be ignored.

Angel On High (IRE): Hasn’t won in sixteen runs since 2020. Fourth of seven in a handicap at Lingfield. Arrives in form but can be a tricky ride.

Trusty Scout (IRE): Won at Wolverhampton in January and had a creditable second-place finish in a handicap at Kempton. Heading back in the right direction and this looks like a good opportunity.

Haan: Cheekpieces on for the first time. Finished eleventh of fourteen in a handicap at Bath. Tough to assess at present.

Kindgirl: Lightly raced maiden. Finished eleventh of thirteen in a handicap at Wolverhampton. First run for a new yard and has something to prove.

All About Alice (IRE): Eleven runs since last win in 2022. Had a disappointing run when ninth of thirteen in a handicap at Wolverhampton. Shouldn’t be written off, considering heavy backing in the previous race.

Coriano Ridge: Lightly raced maiden. Last of nine in a handicap at Beverley. Not easy to make a case for.

Afternoon Tea (IRE): Good third of seven in a minor event at Bath. Far from certain to replicate that performance.

Seaborough (IRE): Unreliable type. Finished fifth of eight in a handicap hurdle at Fontwell. Poor in the last Flat run and has something to prove.

Summarizing their chances:

Long Call has shown previous success at the C&D and, despite a recent disappointing finish, has the potential to perform well given the favorable conditions.

Trusty Scout is coming off a creditable second-place finish and is heading back in the right direction. This race seems like a good opportunity for a potential win.

Angel On High has been inconsistent in recent races but arrives in form. However, the tricky ride aspect should be taken into consideration.

All About Alice had a disappointing run in her last outing but should not be completely dismissed, especially considering the heavy backing she received in the previous race.

Based on the analysis, Trusty Scout appears to be the best pick for this race. With recent form and a potential for improvement, Trusty Scout has a good chance of performing well and competing for the win. Long Call and Angel On High are also worth considering based on their previous success and recent form.

6.45 Leicester (9 runners)
Hope – Sponsored By Eurokey – Linda
Warner Handicap
7f

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Native Beach (IRE) – Total: 460.9
2. Special Mayson – Total: 346.9
3. Surrey Noir (FR) – Total: 340.8
4. Yoshimi (IRE) – Total: 337.8
5. Shot Of Love – Total: 311.4
6. Kracking – Total: 311.0
7. Broxi (IRE) – Total: 267.2
8. Dicko The Legend (IRE) – Total: 262.8
9. Universi Dominici – Total: 209.0

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Yoshimi (IRE): C&D winner who returned to form with a win at Carlisle. A 5 lb rise in the weights is fair, and another strong performance is anticipated.

Broxi (IRE): Last of twelve in a handicap at Kempton. Blinkers are back on, but work needs to be done off the current mark.

Special Mayson: Course winner but hasn’t built on the promising return in subsequent starts. Others appear more convincing.

Kracking: Maiden who finished second in a minor event at Kempton. Makes handicap debut and should have more to offer.

Dicko The Legend (IRE): Maiden who finished seventh in a minor event at Wolverhampton. First run for a new yard after leaving Joseph Parr. Market check advised for the yard’s handicap debut.

Universi Dominici: Lightly raced maiden who finished sixth in a nursery at Catterick. Significantly up in trip and has work to do upon return.

Surrey Noir (FR): Maiden who finished fifth in a minor event at Doncaster. May improve now sent handicapping.

Native Beach (IRE): Winner at Wolverhampton, fourth in a handicap at Windsor. Gelded since last seen and needs some rivals to falter.

Shot Of Love: Aided by first-time blinkers when winning a handicap at Wetherby. A 3 lb rise is fair, and should go well again.

Summarizing their chances:

Yoshimi has shown previous success at the C&D and returned to form with a win. With a fair weight increase, Yoshimi is expected to make another bold bid for victory.

Shot Of Love impressed with a win aided by first-time blinkers and is likely to perform well again. The 3 lb rise in the weights shouldn’t hinder his chances.

Kracking, despite being a maiden, showed promise with a second-place finish in a minor event. Making the handicap debut, Kracking is likely to have more to offer.

Based on the analysis, Yoshimi is deemed the best pick for this race. With a C&D win and a recent return to form, Yoshimi has demonstrated the potential for success. Shot Of Love and Kracking are also worth considering based on their recent performances and potential for improvement.

7.15 Leicester (7 runners)
Hope – Remembering Nigel Toon –
Colin Johnson Fillies Handicap
1m

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Clipsham Gold (IRE) – Total: 423.6
2. Floral Splendour – Total: 374.4
3. Eponina (IRE) – Total: 371.7
4. Dungar Glory (IRE) – Total: 361.6
5. New Heights – Total: 350.6
6. Aim For The Moon (USA) – Total: 288.9
7. Kinz (IRE) – Total: 201.7

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Dungar Glory (IRE): Returned to form with a win after a break, but carries a penalty and may not have the same favorable circumstances as the previous race. Faces competition from Eponina, a confirmed front-runner.

New Heights: Got back on track with a second-place finish after dropping below the last winning mark. Expected to be in contention again.

Clipsham Gold (IRE): C&D winner with two wins this year. Underperformed on turf in the latest race. Previous form suggests she should be considered.

Floral Splendour: Returned to form unexpectedly with a second-place finish, running on despite carrying her head awkwardly. Shortlisted if she arrives in the same mood.

Eponina (IRE): C&D winner who made all to win a handicap at Nottingham. Carries a 3 lb higher weight and may face competition for the lead.

Aim For The Moon (USA): Fifth in a minor event, now making a handicap debut. Likely to find a couple of rivals too strong.

Kinz (IRE): Fourth in a handicap after changing trainers. Will reveal more with a return to 1 mile.

Summarizing their chances:

Clipsham Gold has shown good form this year, including a C&D win, but underperformed on her last turf outing. Her previous form suggests she should be considered.

Floral Splendour returned to form unexpectedly and may be shortlisted if she can maintain the same mood.

Eponina is a C&D winner who won her latest race, making all. However, she may face competition for the lead and carries a 3 lb higher weight.

Based on the analysis, New Heights is deemed the best pick for this race. After a strong second-place finish and returning to form, she is expected to be in contention again. Clipsham Gold and Floral Splendour are also worth considering based on their recent performances and potential for improvement.

7.45 Leicester (8 runners)
Hope – Sponsored By Robert MDA Consulting Handicap
5f

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Buddy’s Beauty – Total: 326.9
2. Mr Pc (IRE) – Total: 250.8
3. Snow Berry (IRE) – Total: 249.3
4. Thakrah – Total: 225.1
5. Bungle Bay (IRE) – Total: 211.1
6. Big Impact – Total: 207.6
7. Malham Tarn Cove – Total: 202.2
8. Apache Star (IRE) – Total: 190.7

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Apache Star (IRE): Good second-place finish in a handicap race, 0.5 lengths behind Buddy’s Beauty. Not to be taken lightly.

Buddy’s Beauty: Lightly-raced winner with a career-best performance in the last race, winning by 0.5 lengths. Worth a chance to defy the revised mark.

Bungle Bay (IRE): Good third-place finish in a handicap race at Windsor. Considered for the shortlist.

Thakrah: Last in a handicap race at Chelmsford City. Others are more appealing.

Malham Tarn Cove: Good third-place finish in a handicap race at this course. Expected to give another good performance.

Big Impact: Below form with a fifth-place finish in a handicap race at Southwell. Hard to make a solid case for.

Snow Berry (IRE): Sixth in a handicap race at Nottingham. Well-treated and likely to benefit from the first-time visor.

Mr Pc (IRE): Third in a minor event at Ffos Las. Cheekpieces on for the first time. Needs to improve.

Summarizing their chances:

Buddy’s Beauty is the top pick based on a career-best performance in the last race and a win by a narrow margin. Malham Tarn Cove, with a good third-place finish at the same course, is expected to perform well again. Snow Berry, well-treated and with the addition of a first-time visor, has the potential to improve. Apache Star, despite finishing second to Buddy’s Beauty, should not be overlooked.

8.15 Leicester (13 runners)
Hope – Sponsored By Nucleus HR Handicap
1m2f

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. I Still Have Faith – Total: 363.2
2. Kamanika (IRE) – Total: 325.6
3. Alhambra Palace – Total: 313.5
4. Leading Company (IRE) – Total: 312.3
5. Expert Witness – Total: 307.0
6. Crosstitch – Total: 264.9
7. Obama Army – Total: 256.4
8. Ravigill (FR) – Total: 244.0
9. Fougere – Total: 235.9
10. Going To The Moon (IRE) – Total: 235.8
11. Papal Music (IRE) – Total: 225.6
12. Queensland Boy (IRE) – Total: 214.0
13. Jackie Diamond – Total: 153.0

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Expert Witness: Good fifth-place finish in a handicap race at this course. Up in trip and could have each-way claims.

Leading Company (IRE): Visored for the first time, finished sixth in a handicap race at Wetherby. Others are more convincing.

Alhambra Palace: Promising sort, finished sixth in a maiden race at Carlisle, showing potential. Likely to improve on handicap debut.

I Still Have Faith: Showed improvement with a second-place finish in a handicap race at Haydock. Races off the same mark and deserves respect.

Crosstitch: Fourth in a minor event at Windsor. Fairly treated but still seeking first success.

Papal Music (IRE): Lightly-raced maiden, finished fifth in a handicap race at Kempton. Up in trip and has work to do on turf debut.

Obama Army: Winner at Bath, followed by a creditable second in a handicap race at Hamilton. Back up in trip but may not pose a serious threat to the leading contenders.

Going To The Moon (IRE): Finished fifth in a handicap race at Yarmouth, now back up in trip. Not out of contention.

Kamanika (IRE): Won at Nottingham and performed creditably in recent races, including a fifth-place finish at Haydock. Considered for the shortlist.

Jackie Diamond: Thrice-raced maiden, sixth in a minor event at Chepstow. Significant step up in trip and makes handicap debut. A challenging task.

Queensland Boy (IRE): Thrice-raced maiden, third in a minor event at Windsor. Makes handicap debut and expected to have more to offer.

Ravigill (FR): Tenth in a handicap race at this course, slow to start. Up in trip and needs some rivals to falter.

Fougere: Lightly-raced maiden, good second in a handicap race at Nottingham, although flattered by proximity. Can make an impact.

Summarizing their chances:

I Still Have Faith, with a strong second-place finish in the last race, is the top pick. Kamanika has shown consistency and can be considered for the shortlist. Alhambra Palace, with promising potential and a handicap debut, could improve. Expert Witness, coming off a good fifth-place finish, may have each-way claims.

8.45 Leicester (7 runners)
Hope – Volunteers – Thanks – Julie & Mary Handicap
1m

Based on the provided ratings, the runners can be ranked as follows:

1. Acclaimer – Total: 264.9
2. Ticket To Alaska (IRE) – Total: 253.8
3. Harry The Haggler (IRE) – Total: 248.6
4. Astronomica – Total: 245.6
5. Haaf A Diamond – Total: 234.7
6. Daisy Roots – Total: 174.4
7. Wamalama (IRE) – Total: 170.5

Assessing the comments for each runner:

Acclaimer: Thrice-raced maiden, finished sixth in a minor event at Wetherby. Now sent handicapping and worth monitoring in the market.

Wamalama (IRE): Lightly-raced maiden, seventh in a handicap race at Redcar after leaving Ivan Furtado. Limited appeal.

Ticket To Alaska (IRE): Disappointed in the latest race at Chepstow but previously came close at Doncaster off the same mark. Should be considered.

Harry The Haggler (IRE): Posted a career-best with a close second in a handicap race at Chepstow. Races off the same mark and holds strong claims.

Astronomica: Made a winning return and handicap debut at Windsor, overcoming pace bias. Different conditions here but still fairly treated.

Daisy Roots: Sixth in a handicap race at Lingfield, still seeking first success.

Haaf A Diamond: Lightly-raced maiden, finished fifth in a handicap race at Nottingham. Others are preferred.

Summarizing their chances:

Acclaimer, being sent handicapping, shows potential and is worth monitoring in the market. Ticket To Alaska has a previous close performance at Doncaster and should be considered. Harry The Haggler, with a career-best second-place finish, holds strong claims. Astronomica made a winning return and remains fairly treated.